TRAVERSE CITY- Motorists and pedestrians should be aware that Crawford Construction will be closing the 200 Block and a portion of the 100 Block of Lake Ave. between E. Eighth St. and S. Union St. for reconstruction of the street including underground utilities. This closure will take place on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 7:00 a.m. and will re-open on November 15at 5:00 p.m. This will cause disruptions to pedestrian and vehicle traffic. The closure is weather dependent.

Lake Ave. will be closed to all traffic between S. Cass St. and E. Eighth St. Access to businesses and homes in the closed area will be maintained from the side streets and alleys. The crossing at E. Eighth St. will be maintained as much as possible. Truck traffic serving businesses in the closed area will be allowed to use other local streets for deliveries to the area as well as approved coordination with the Contractor. A detour will be provided to bypass this section of Lake Ave. Sidewalks will be closed but every effort will be made to have them accessible during the project for businesses. These restrictions are for the safety of the workers and the public, as well as to expedite the construction to reduce the time needed to complete the work.

Please use alternate routes avoiding this area to reduce congestion, delay and inconvenience for your travels. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work areas. This construction will generate dust, noise and cause inconvenience. We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to call Zach Cole at 922-4492 if you have any questions, comments or concerns about the work or the schedule.

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The City of Traverse City is located in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. Traverse City was incorporated in 1891 as a Village and in 1895 as a City. It encompasses 8.09 square miles and has a population of 14,674 (2010 Census).

TRAVERSE CITY- The City of Traverse City and Elmer’s Crane and Dozer, Inc. will be reconstructing the alley north of Eighth St between Boardman Ave and Railroad Ave. The project will start Tuesday, September 4, 2018 and is expected to be substantially completed by October 31, 2018.

Work includes removing the existing pavement and installing new pavement, speed humps, curbs and gutters, and storm sewer main systems including drywells. The alley north of Eighth St between Boardman Ave and Railroad Ave will be closed to through traffic for the duration of the project. Commercial vehicles and deliveries are encouraged to use side streets to make their deliveries.

Please use alternate routes avoiding this area to reduce congestion, delay, and promote worker safety. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work area.

This construction will generate dust, noise, and cause inconvenience. We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to email or call Jessica Carpenter, jcarpenter@traversecitymi.gov (231) 922-6894, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns about the work or the schedule.

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The City of Traverse City is located in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. Traverse City was incorporated in 1891 as a Village and in 1895 as a City. It encompasses 8.09 square miles and has a population of 14,674 (2010 Census).

TRAVERSE CITY- Motorists and pedestrians should be aware that Miller Pipeline will be closing the 400 Block of Wellington St. between Eighth St. and Webster St. for gas main replacement. This closure will take place on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at 8:00 a.m. and will re-open on August 31at 5:00 p.m. This will cause disruptions to pedestrian and vehicle traffic. The closure is weather dependent.

Access will be maintained to all businesses and residences at all times.

Please use alternate routes avoiding this area to reduce congestion, delay and inconvenience for your travels. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work areas.

This construction will generate dust, noise and cause inconvenience. We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to call John McWethy at 922-4467 if you have any questions, comments or concerns about the work or the schedule.

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The City of Traverse City is located in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. Traverse City was incorporated in 1891 as a Village and in 1895 as a City. It encompasses 8.09 square miles and has a population of 14,674 (2010 Census).

TRAVERSE CITY- The City of Traverse City and Elmer’s Crane and Dozer, Inc. will be resurfacing West Lane St. between Boughey St. and W. Nineteenth St. The work is expected to start the week of August 27th and be substantially complete by Friday, September 14, 2018. Schedule is subject to change due to weather.

The contractor will remove the existing asphalt surface, grade and compact the gravel base and resurface with hot mix asphalt.

W. Lane St. between Boughey St. and W. Nineteenth St. will be closed to through traffic.

Delays can be expected. Please use alternate routes avoiding this area to reduce congestion. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work areas.

This construction will generate dust, noise and cause inconvenience. We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to call Alex Yockey at 922-4468 if you have any questions.

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The City of Traverse City is located in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. Traverse City was incorporated in 1891 as a Village and in 1895 as a City. It encompasses 8.09 square miles and has a population of 14,674 (2010 Census).

TRAVERSE CITY- The City of Traverse City and Elmer’s Crane and Dozer, Inc. will be reconstructing Parking Lot P at 124, 128 & 130 W. State St. The work is expected to start the week of August 27th and be substantially complete by Friday, October 12, 2018. Schedule is subject to change due to weather.

The alley north of W. State St. between Pine St. and S. Union St. will remain open to traffic however delays can be expected. The sidewalk on the north side of W. State St. will remain open. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work areas.

This construction will generate dust, noise and cause inconvenience. We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to call Alex Yockey at 922-4468 if you have any questions.

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The City of Traverse City is located in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. Traverse City was incorporated in 1891 as a Village and in 1895 as a City. It encompasses 8.09 square miles and has a population of 14,674 (2010 Census).

TRAVERSE CITY- The City of Traverse City Street Department will be repairing a manhole structure at the intersection of Boon and Woodmere Streets. Boon Street will be closed between Barlow and Woodmere from 8:00 am August 22 until 3:00 pm on August 23. Please use alternate routes avoiding this area to reduce congestion, delay and promote worker safety. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work area.

This construction will generate dust, noise and cause inconvenience. We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to call Robert Becker, Street Department Supervisor, at 922-4900 if you have any questions, comments or concerns about the work or the schedule.

SUBJECT: CITY OF TRAVERSE CITY SEEKING APPLICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE CITY COMMISSION

Contact: Benjamin Marentette, MMC, City Clerk (231) 922-4480

City Clerk Benjamin Marentette is accepting applications on behalf of the City Commission for those interested in being appointed to the City Commission to fill a vacancy left by former Mayor Pro Tem Brian Haas. The individual appointed will serve until the Commission’s Organizational Meeting of Monday, November 11, 2019.

To be considered, you must be a registered voter of the City of Traverse City for thirty consecutive days and not be past due on amounts owed to the City.

The City Commission functions as the City’s legislative body, essentially functioning as the board of directors for City government. For more information on the functions of the City Commission, please visit http://www.traversecitymi.gov/city_commission.asp

This is a tremendous opportunity to serve the community in a responsible position that sets far-reaching policy (including through adoption of the City budget) that has an impact throughout the region and State of Michigan.

Letters of interest with accompanying resume must be received by the City Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 5, 2018.

TRAVERSE CITY- Motorists and pedestrians should be aware that Molon Excavating Inc. will be working in the intersection of Sixth St. and Beaumont Pl. This work will take place on Wednesday, August 22nd 2018 at 8:00 a.m. and will be ongoing through the end of the day August 24th 2018. This will cause disruptions to pedestrian and vehicle traffic. The work is weather dependent.

Access will be maintained to Munson, all businesses & residences at all times. There will be flaggers directing traffic while the work is going on.

Please use alternate routes avoiding this area to reduce congestion, delay and inconvenience for your travels. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work areas.

This construction will generate dust, noise and cause inconvenience. We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to call John McWethy at 922-4467 if you have any questions, comments or concerns about the work or the schedule.

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The City of Traverse City is located in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. Traverse City was incorporated in 1891 as a Village and in 1895 as a City. It encompasses 8.09 square miles and has a population of 14,674 (2010 Census).

TRAVERSE CITY- The City of Traverse City and Elmer’s Crane and Dozer, Inc. will be resurfacing S. Spruce St. between W. Front St. and Seventh St. The work is expected to start the week of August 20th and be substantially complete by Friday, August 31, 2018. Schedule is subject to change due to weather.

The contractor will remove the existing asphalt surface, grade and compact the gravel base and resurface with hot mix asphalt.

S. Spruce St. between W. Front St. and Seventh St. will be closed to through traffic. Turning movements from W. Front St. onto S. Spruce St. will be prohibited. Cross street traffic on Sixth St. will be maintained.

Delays can be expected. Please use alternate routes avoiding this area to reduce congestion. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work areas.

This construction will generate dust, noise and cause inconvenience. We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to call Alex Yockey at 922-4468 if you have any questions.

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The City of Traverse City is located in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. Traverse City was incorporated in 1891 as a Village and in 1895 as a City. It encompasses 8.09 square miles and has a population of 14,674 (2010 Census).

Subject: Available Positions on Various City Boards!

Contact: Katelyn Zeits, Deputy City Clerk kzeits@traversecitymi.gov

Members of the Traverse City community are invited to serve on one of the City's citizen boards and committees. Through this service, civic-minded citizens can become involved in their local government. The City, in turn, benefits from the knowledge, experience and expertise of those in our community.

Art Selection PanelThe Art Selection Panel, a seven-member panel appointed by the Traverse City Arts Commission, holds meetings as needed to review proposals and make recommendations to the Traverse City Arts Commission. Members of the Art Selection Panel are not required to be City residents, but should have knowledge of or interest in the visual arts, and will be appointed to terms of three years.

Brown Bridge Advisory CommitteeThe purpose of this advisory committee is to make recommendations to restore, preserve and protect the integrity of the Brown Bridge property under the direction of the City Manager. This Committee meets quarterly on the third Thursday of that month, and appointments are for terms of three years.

City Planning CommissionThe purpose of the Planning Commission is to prepare and adopt a master plan for the City, and to review development proposals, both private and public, regarding their consistency with City plans. This Commission meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm.

Housing CommissionThe authority of this commission is to purchase, maintain, operate, improve, and/or repair housing facilities; eliminate detrimental housing conditions; issue notes and revenue bonds; and regulate the rentals of such public or subsidized housing. This board meets the fourth Friday of each month at 8:00 am.

TRAVERSE CITY- The City of Traverse City Water and Wastewater Maintenance Department will be conducting an fire hydrant repair at the intersection of Fair Street and E. Front Street on Friday, August 3rd. Fair Street will be closed from Beadle Street to E. Front Street from approximately 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Please use alternate routes avoiding this area to reduce congestion, delay and promote worker safety. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work area.

We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to call Kelly Rice, Water/Wastewater Maintenance Office Coordinator, at 922-4923 if you have any questions, comments or concerns about the work or the schedule.

E. Eighth St. will have lane closures beginning August 6th, 2018 and will continue for 6 weeks

TRAVERSE CITY- Motorists and pedestrians should be aware that Miller Pipeline will be closing lanes on the 1100 & 1200 Block of E. Eighth St. between Garfield Ave. and Steele St. for Gas Main replacement. These closures will take place on Monday, August 6th 2018 at 8:00 a.m. and will be ongoing for approximately 6 weeks. This will cause disruptions to pedestrian and vehicle traffic. These closures are weather dependent. Eighth Street will not be entirely closed at any time.

Access will be maintained to all businesses & residences at all times.

Please use alternate routes avoiding this area to reduce congestion, delay and inconvenience for your travels. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work areas.

This construction will generate dust, noise and cause inconvenience. We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to call John McWethy at 922-4467 if you have any questions, comments or concerns about the work or the schedule.

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The City of Traverse City is located in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. Traverse City was incorporated in 1891 as a Village and in 1895 as a City. It encompasses 8.09 square miles and has a population of 14,674 (2010 Census).

TRAVERSE CITY- The City of Traverse City and Elmer’s Crane and Dozer, Inc. will be resurfacing E. State St. between S. Garfield Ave. and Hope St. The work is expected to start on Monday, August 6th and be substantially complete by Friday, August 31, 2018. Schedule is subject to change due to weather.

The contractor will remove the existing asphalt surface, grade and compact the gravel base and resurface with hot mix asphalt.

E. State St. between S. Garfield Ave. and Hope St. will be closed to through traffic. Turning movements from S. Garfield Ave. onto E. State St. will be prohibited. A detour will be provided utilizing Webster St. Cross street traffic on Rose St. and Barlow St. will be maintained.

Delays can be expected. Please use alternate routes avoiding this area to reduce congestion. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work areas.

This construction will generate dust, noise and cause inconvenience. We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to call Alex Yockey at 922-4468 if you have any questions.

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The City of Traverse City is located in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. Traverse City was incorporated in 1891 as a Village and in 1895 as a City. It encompasses 8.09 square miles and has a population of 14,674 (2010 Census).

TRAVERSE CITY- The City of Traverse City Water and Wastewater Maintenance Department is conducting an emergency fire hydrant repair at the intersection of Fair Street and E. Front Street today, August 2nd. Fair Street will be closed from Beadle Street to E. Front Street. The repair is expected to be completed by late afternoon. Please use alternate routes avoiding this area to reduce congestion, delay and promote worker safety. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work area.

We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to call Kelly Rice, Water/Wastewater Maintenance Office Coordinator, at 922-4923 if you have any questions, comments or concerns about the work or the schedule.

TRAVERSE CITY- The City of Traverse City, Elmer’s Crane and Dozer and Bella Concrete Construction will be repairing existing sidewalk on the north and south side of 6th St. and 7th St. between Madison St. and S. Division St. rated poor and very poor. The project will start August 2nd and is expected to be completed on Friday August 10, 2018. 6th and 7th will remain open to traffic with lane shifts around the work zones. Sidewalks will be closed at the work zones. Delays can be expected. Please use alternate routes avoiding this area to reduce congestion. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place in and around the work areas. This construction will generate dust, noise and cause inconvenience. We would like to thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation. Please feel free to call Alexander Yockey at 922-4468 if you have any questions, comments or concerns about the work or the schedule.